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Unveiling of a Portrait of Alexander Twilight

 Unveiling of a Portrait of Alexander Twilight, America’s first state legislator of African descent. Unveiling ceremony held May 5, 2022 in the Main Lobby of the Vermont State House, Montpelier, VT. Remarks by David Schütz, Vermont State Curator; Phil Scott, Vermont Governor; Dr. William Hart, Middlebury College professor of history emeritus; Molly Gray, Vermont Lt. Governor; Hal Colston and Kevin “Coach” Christie, Vermont State Representatives; Kesha Ram Hinsdale and Randy Brock, Vermont State Senators; Chris Graff, former National Life Group vice president; Xusana Davis, Curatorial Task Force for the State House; Carmen Jackson, Bob Hunt and Molly Veysey with the Old Stone House Museum and Historic Village in Brownington, VT; Katie Runde, portrait artist.

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Under The Golden Dome 2020 Week 9

Ninth week of the 2020 Vermont legislative session March 11, 2020. State House Info – Vermont Art Teachers Association Exhibit – “Earth, Student Images Celebrating Our Stewardship of the Natural World for Youth Art Month.” Energy Action Network Report with Jared Duval, Executive Director and Vermont Senate President Pro Tem, Tim Ashe. Interview segments with Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Mary Morrissey interviewing Jonah Spivak discussing the 2027 celebration of the 250^th Anniversary of the Independence of Vermont in 1777.

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CVRPC March 10, 2020 meeting

The March 10, 2020 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Regional Planning, Clare Rock, Senior Planner presentation on

Municipal Needs, Challenges, and Successes Roundtable - Commissioners

were asked to identify and share pressing issues at the local level to help inform opportunities for regional collaboration and services.

Also, New Regional Plan Development Process and draft Vision – Staff provided

a brief orientation to the process of developing the new regional plan.

Commissioners were asked to provide input on the draft Vision statement and accompanying Aspirations • Meeting Minutes.

Region 1 Semifinal of the 2020 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition

Region 2 Semifinal of the 2020 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition

Region 2 Semifinal of the 2020 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition. High School students across Vermont compete in a recitation of poetry contest, held at the Barre Opera House, Barre, VT on March 5, 2020.

Under The Golden Dome 2020 Week 8

Eighth week of the 2020 Vermont legislative session Feb. 26, 2020. State House Info – Painting by Eric Aho – “Night Mowing.” Gov. Phil Scott presents a Certificate of Recognition to Barre 4^th Grade Student Carter Somaini, author of the book, “The Boy and the Bat.” Interview segments Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman, Rep. John Killacky, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Jay Hooper, Sen. Ruth Hardy.

Under The Golden Dome 2020 Week 7

Seventh week of the 2020 Vermont legislative session Feb. 19, 2020. State House Info – New painting by Liz LeServiget – “Love Note to Montpelier.” Interview segments with Rep. Topper McFaun, Rep. Anne Donahue, Rep. Curt McCormack, Rep. Michael Yantachka, Rep. Cynthia Browning, Rep. Brian Smith, Rep. Charen Fegard.

CVRPC Feb. 11, 2020 meeting

The Feb. 11, 2020 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Draft Basin 14 Tactical Basin Plan presentation by Danielle Owczarski, VT Department of Environmental Conservation• Interstate 89 2050 Study presentation by Charlie Baker, Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission • Commission Appointments • Central Vermont Regional Plan Amendment • Meeting Minutes.

Celebrating the 19th Amendment Through Word and Song

Presented by Vermont Humanities Council and Friends of the Vermont State House to commemorate the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage, Marlboro College professor Meg Mott leads a dialogue on the history and meaning of the 19th Amendment. Wesleyan University scholar/composer Neely Bruce will conduct the State House Singers in his original choral arrangement of the Bill of Rights, along with the premiere of his 19th Amendment composition. Held at the Vermont State House, Montpelier, VT on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020.

Under The Golden Dome 2020 Week 5

Fifth week of the 2020 Vermont legislative session Feb. 5, 2020. State House Info – Women in the State House Exhibit. Reception Ceremony of the new Women in the State House Exhibit with remarks by Vermont State Curator David Schütz, Gov. Phil Scott, Speaker of the House Mitzi Johnson, Vermont Senate President Pro Tem Tim Ashe, Vermont State House Sergeant-At-Arms Janet Miller, and Rep. Alice Emmons. Interview segments with Sen. Randy Brock, Sen. Alice Nitka, and Sen. Dick McCormack.

Under The Golden Dome 2020 Week 4

Fourth week of the 2020 Vermont legislative session Jan. 29, 2020. State House Info – Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address Exhibit. Interview segments with Rep. Bill Canfield interviewing Elizabeth Stuyt and Anne Hassel, Sen. Phil Baruth, Rep. Diane Lanpher, Rep. Ann Pugh, Sen. Rich Westman, Rep. Tom Stevens.

Under The Golden Dome 2020 Week 3

Third week of the 2020 Vermont legislative session Jan. 22, 2020. State House Info – James F. Gilman Paintings of the Red Domed VT State House. Presentation by Gov. Scott of the Winners of the Vermont Bar Association 2020 Martin Luther King, Jr. Poster-Essay Contest. 50^th Anniversary Celebration of the Community College of Vermont. Interview segments with Former Vermont Governor Jim Douglas, Sen. Debbie Ingram, Rep. Kari Dolan, Rep. Bob Helm, Rep. Diana Gonzalez, Rep. Robin Chesnut-Tangerman.

Under The Golden Dome 2020 Week 2

Second week of the 2020 Vermont legislative session Jan. 15, 2020. State House Info – Vermont Independence Flag Raising with the Seth Warner Regiment. Interview segments with Vermont Lt. Governor David Zuckerman, Rep. Brian Cina, Rep. Dylan Giambatista, Rep. Anne Donahue, Sen. Joe Benning.

CVRPC Jan. 14, 2020 meeting

The Jan. 14, 2020 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Recognition of Service for Daniel Currier • Central VT Economic Development Corporation report by Jamie Stewart • Capstone Community Action report by Sue Minter • Election of Secretary/Treasurer and appointment of Executive Committee Member At Large • Clean Water Advisory Committee Letter of concern discussion • Meeting Minutes.

Vermont Gov. Scott State of the State Address 2020

Vermont Governor Phil Scott State of the State Address delivered Jan. 9, 2020 at the State House in Montpelier. Governor Scott conveyed his priorities for Vermont in 2020. Introduced by Lt. Governor David Zuckerman to the joint session of Vermont Senators, Representatives and state dignitaries.

Under The Golden Dome 2020 Week 1

First week of the 2020 Vermont legislative session Jan. 8, 2020. State House Info – The Happy Place Photo Exhibition by Rebecca Silbernagel. Interview segments with Rep. Michael Mrowicki, Rep. John Killacky, Rep. Avram Patt, Sen. Jeanette White, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Felisha Leffler, Rep. Michael Yantachka, Rep. Mark Higley.

CVRPC Dec. 10, 2019 meeting

The Dec. 10, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Energy Planning Best Practices & Data, presented by Zachary Maia and Nick Kramer 8 Regional Plan Committee Rules of Procedure • CVRPC Bylaw Amendment • Meeting Minutes.

Part 1 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2019

Part 1 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Dec. 4, 2019 in the Pavilion Auditorium in Montpelier, VT. Welcome and opening remarks from Speaker of the House Mitzi Johnson and Senate President Pro Tempore Tim Ashe.

Clean Water Update

Part 2 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2019

Part 2 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Dec. 4, 2019 in the Pavilion Auditorium in Montpelier, VT.

Transportation Climate Initiatives Status Reports

• • Transportation Climate Initiatives (TCI) – Secretary Julie Moore
• • Act 59 of 2019 – Transportation Initiatives

Anthea Dexter-Cooper, Legislative Counsel, Office of the Legislative Council

Part 3 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2019

Part 3 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Dec. 4, 2019 in the Pavilion Auditorium in Montpelier, VT, with introduction by Graham Campbell, Vermont Legislative Joint Fiscal Office, Senior Fiscal Analyst.

Revenue and Budget

• Revenue Update – Tom Kavet, Legislative Economist
• FY2020 Budget Context – Stephen Klein, Chief Fiscal Officer, Joint Fiscal Office

Joint Legislative Management Committee Update

• Context -  Stephen Klein, Chief Fiscal Officer, Joint Fiscal Office
• Progress Report – Rep. Mitzi Johnson, Chair and Sen. Tim Ashe, Vice-Chair of the Joint Legislative Management Committee

CVRPC Nov. 12, 2019 meeting

The Nov. 12, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • CVRPC Bylaw Amendment Discussion • People Centered Communications, Ericka Reil and Nathan Besio, Vermont Center for Independent Living, presentation on how to increase opportunities for older adults and people with disabilities to participate in community events. • Meeting Minutes.

VTs 23rd Annual Women’s Economic Opportunity Conference

CVRPC Oct. 8, 2019 meeting

The Oct. 8, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Focus on Montpelier Presentation by Bill Frasier, Montpelier City Manager • FY20 Work Plan & Budget Presentation by Bonnie Waninger, Executive Director of CVRPC • Meeting Minutes.

CVRPC Sept. 10, 2019 meeting

The Sept. 10, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Presentation by Jon Copans, Vermont Council on Rural Development about Climate Economy Model Communities • Municipal Plan Approval & Confirmation of Planning Process for the Town of Warren • Meeting Minutes.

VCRD 2^nd VT Leadership Summit Part 1

The Vermont Council on Rural Development presents “2^nd VT Community Leadership summit.” Held at the Vermont Technical College, Randolph Center, VT on Monday, August 12, 2019.

Part 1 includes opening remarks by Megan Camp, Board Chair of VCRD; Patricia Moulton, President of Vermont Technical College; U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy; and Paul Costello, Executive Director of the Vermont Council on Rural Development.

Community Leadership Showcase: Community spark stories hosted by Jenna Koloski, Vermont Council on Rural Development. Presentations by Al Dieng, Burlington City Council; Melinda White, Northwestern VT Medical Center; Lucy Rogers, VT State Representative; Monique Priestly, The Space on Main; Zac Freeman, RASTA

Presentation of VCRD Leadership and Lifetime Achievement Awards: Paul Costello, VCRD and Ted Brady, VT Agency of Commerce & Community Development presenting awards to Emily Maclure, Craftsbury General Store; and Gus Seelig, VT Housing & Conservation Board.

VCRD 2^nd VT Leadership Summit Part 2

The Vermont Council on Rural Development presents “2^nd VT Community Leadership summit.” Held at the Vermont Technical College, Randolph Center, VT on Monday, August 12, 2019.

Part 2 Breakout Session – “Avoid the Pitchforks: Building Inclusion and Engagement” with Presenter/Facilitator Susan Clark, author of Slow Democracy.

VCRD 2^nd VT Leadership Summit Part 3

The Vermont Council on Rural Development presents “2^nd VT Community Leadership summit.” Held at the Vermont Technical College, Randolph Center, VT on Monday, August 12, 2019.

Part 3 Breakout Session – “Building Narrative: Telling Your Community’s Story” with Presenter/Facilitator Allison Cleary, Vermont StoryLab.

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VCRD 2^nd VT Leadership Summit Part 4

The Vermont Council on Rural Development presents “2^nd VT Community Leadership summit.” Held at the Vermont Technical College, Randolph Center, VT on Monday, August 12, 2019.

Part 4 Breakout Session – “The Future of Economic Development in Vermont Communities” with Facilitator Tom Torti, Lake Champlain Chamber of Commerce.

Closing Session

“Plenary Conclusions and Action” with remarks by Jon Copans, VCRD; Phil Scott, Governor of Vermont; and Paul Costello, VCRD.

CVRPC July 9, 2019 meeting

The July 9, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Presentation and discussion of energy storage and its siting by Anne Margolis, Renewable Energy Development Director, VT Department of Public Service • Municipal Plan Determination of Energy Compliance for the Town of Waterbury • Municipal Plan Approval & Confirmation of Planning Process for the Town of Middlesex • Resolution on Complying with Vermont Open Meeting Law • Meeting Minutes.

CVRPC June 11, 2019 meeting

The June 11, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Central Vermont Economic Development Corporation Report, Jamie Stewart • Vermont Agency of Natural Resources, Julie Moore, Secretary • CVRPC Elections • Commission Appointments • Meeting Minutes.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 19

Nineteenth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session May 22, 2019. State House Info – Preview of the Women in the Vermont State House Exhibit. Interview segments with Vermont House of Representatives Speaker Mitzi Johnson, Rep. Avram Patt, Rep. Mark Higley, Rep. Tom Stevens, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Tim Briglin, Sen. Ginny Lyons.

Bridge Gala - A Celebration of Local, Independent Journalism

The Friends of The Bridge and Bridge Community Media with the Help of the Vermont College of Fine Arts present – “A Celebration of Local, Independent Journalism”. Held Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at the Vermont College of Fine Arts.

Introductory addresses by Mike Dunphy, Editor/Publisher of The Bridge and Barbara Floersch, President of the Board, Friends of The Bridge.

Keynote Speaker address by, Garrett Graff, Journalist, Author and Authority on the Mueller Investigation.

Vermont Views from Kevin Ellis, Vermont Journalism Trust, VTDigger and Cathy Resmer, Deputy Publisher, Seven Days.

A Bit of Levity with Kent Jones, Emmy Award winning Writer/Performer.

Donate online at: www.vtbridge.com

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 18

Eighteenth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session May 15, 2019. State House Info – NOFA-VT Farm Kids Photo Exhibit. Plus, 2019 Senate Portrait Session. Interview segments with Rep. Michael Mrowicki, Rep. Hal Colston, Sen. Randy Brock, Sen. Rich Westman, Sen. Joe Benning, Rep. Jay Hooper.

CVRPC May 14, 2019 meeting

The May 14, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Municipal Plan Approval & Confirmation of Planning Process for the Town of Waterbury • CVRPC Bylaws • Proposed Legislative Changes to Act 250 • Nominating Committee Report • Meeting Minutes.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 17

Seventeenth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session May 8, 2019. State House Info – Annual State House Barbecue. Interview segments with Vermont Lt. Governor David Zuckerman, Rep. Brian Smith, Rep. Ann Pugh, Rep. Anne Donahue, Sen. Dick McCormack, Sen. Ruth Hardy, Rep. Zachariah Ralph.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 16

Sixteenth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session May 1, 2019. State House Info – Abenaki Heritage Display. SPECIAL: Abenaki Recognition & Culture Week – Kickoff Ceremony & Celebration. Interview segments with Rep. Vicki Strong, Sen. Anthony Pollina, Rep. Curt McCormack.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 15

Fifteenth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session April 24, 2019. State House Info – Julian Scott Painting – “The Rear Guard at White Oak Swamp” Interview segments with Rep. David Yacovone, Rep. Bob Hooper, Rep. Kari Dolan, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Mike McCarthy, Rep. Michael Yantachka, Rep. Scott Campbell.

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Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 14

Fourteenth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session April 17, 2019. State House Info – Paul Calter Garden Sculpture. 20^th Anniversary Celebration of the Capitol Police 1999-2019. Interview segments with Rep. Marty Feltus, Rep. Charen Fegard, Rep. John Killacky, Sen. Jeanette White, Sen. Randy Brock.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 13

Thirteenth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session April 10, 2019. State House Info – Civil War Major General George Stannard Exhibit. Interview segments with Vermont Attorney General T.J. Donovan, Rep. Jim Harrison, Rep. Patricia McCoy, Rep. Chip Troiano, Rep. Topper McFaun, Sen. Alice Nitka.

CVRPC April 9, 2019 meeting

The April 9, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Essentials of Land Use Planning; A primer on regulating development in Vermont, presentation by Clare Rock, Senior Planner CVRPC • Act 250 Updates • Committee Rules of Procedure • Nominating Committee Report • CVRPC Committees • Meeting Minutes

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 12

Twelfth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session April 3, 2019. State House Info – Roger Irwin Photography Exhibit. Interview segments with Rep. Charlie Kimbell with VT Department of Tourism and Marketing Commissioner Wendy Knight, Rep. Bill Canfield, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Peter Fagan, Rep. Kitty Toll, Rep. Dylan Giambatista.

Farmers’ Night with Madeleine Kunin and Patti Casey

The Friends of the Vermont State House present Madeleine Kunin and Patti Casey with Colin McCaffrey

Introduction by Alison Clarkson with John Bartholomew and emceed by David Schütz, the Friends of the Vermont State House present former Vermont Governor Madeleine Kunin reading selections from her book, “Coming of Age: My Journey to the Eighties,” and Patti Casey with Colin McCaffrey perform songs that resonate with Kunin’s poetry and prose.

Event held at the Vermont State House, Wednesday, March 27, 2019.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 11

Eleventh week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session March 27, 2019. State House Info – Portrait of Former Governor Madeleine Kunin. Interview segments with Rep. Theresa Wood, Rep. Avram Patt, Sen. Joe Benning, Rep. Brian Smith, Rep. Tommy Walz, Rep. Ann Pugh, Rep. Scott Beck, Rep. Martin LaLonde, Rep. Jim Masland.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 10

Tenth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session March 20, 2019. State House Info – Two new flag poles in front of the State House. Interview segments with Rep. Mollie Burke with Chilean Pediatrician Humberto Soriano, Rep. Bob Helm, Rep. Michael Mrowicki, Rep. Rob LaClair, Rep. Patrick Seymour, Sen. Rich Westman, Sen. Alice Nitka.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 9

Ninth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session March 13, 2019. State House Info – Vermont Afterschool Student Art Show in the Cafeteria. Interview segments with Rep. Charen Fegard, Rep. Cynthia Browning, Rep. Brian Savage, Rep. Brian Cina, Sen. Randy Brock, Sen. Ginny Lyons.

CVRPC March 12, 2019 meeting

The March 12, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Central Vermont Economic Development Corporation Report, Jamie Stewart • Downstreet Housing & Community Development, Eileen Pelletier, Executive Director • Board of Commissioners Survey Results, Nancy Chartrand, CVRPC Office Manager • Legislative Report • Meeting Minutes.

Region 1 Semi-Final of the 2019 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition

Region 1 Semi-Final of the 2019 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition. High School students across Vermont compete in a recitation of poetry contest, held at the Barre Opera House, Barre, VT on March 7, 2019.

Region 2 Semi-Final of the 2019 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition

Region 2 Semi-Final of the 2019 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition. High School students across Vermont compete in a recitation of poetry contest, held at the Barre Opera House, Barre, VT on March 7, 2019.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 8

Eighth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session Feb. 27, 2019. State House Info – Senate Chamber Chandelier. Interview segments with Rep. Diana González, Rep. Robin Chesnut-Tangerman, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Kari Dolan, Sen. Michael Sirotkin.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 7

Seventh week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session Feb. 20, 2019. Special Episode – Norwich University’s 200^th Anniversary Commemoration. Governor Phil Scott proclamation with remarks by: Doug McCracken, chair of the Bicentennial Commemoration Committee; and Norwich University President Richard Schneider. Also, Howard Coffin, Civil War Historian, presented the history of the Battle of Cedar Creek, explaining the Vermont troops and Norwich University’s connection. Interview segments with Rep. Avram Patt, Rep. Scott Beck, Sen. Andrew Perchlik.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 6

Sixth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session Feb. 13, 2019. State House Info – Annual State House Valentines Sale. Interview segments with Rep. Patrick Brennan, Rep. Michael Yantachka, Rep. Jay Hooper, Sen. Dick McCormack.

Fifth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session Feb. 6, 2019. State House Info – Howard Coffin’s Baseball Card Collection. Interview segments with Vermont Lt. Governor David Zuckerman, Sen. Jeanette White, Rep. John Killacky with Vermont Arts Council Executive Director Karen Mittelman, Rep. Mark Higley, Sen. Randy Brock.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 4

Fourth week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session Jan. 30, 2019. State House Info – Work done on the State House Golden Dome and Statue. Interview segments with Rep. Patricia McCoy, Rep. Jim Harrison, Sen. John Rodgers, Rep. Jim Masland, Rep. Charlie Kimbell, Sen. Alice Nitka.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 3

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 2

Second week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session Jan. 16, 2019. State House Info – The Endangered Alphabets Project display in the cafeteria. Interview segments with Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. John Killacky, Sen. Alison Clarkson, Rep. Michael Yantachka, Rep. Anne Donahue, Rep. Scott Beck.

Transportation Is Changing 2019 Make It Work For You!

Survey responses about the use of the Central Vermont transportation system are discussed in this video.

If you have any questions about the survey or the project, please contact Daniel Currier; 802-229-0389 or currier@cvregion.com at Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission.  Thank you for your participation.

Vermont Governor Phil Scott Inaugural Address

Governor Phil Scott delivers his inaugural address to a joint legislative assembly at the Vermont State House in Montpelier, VT on January 10, 2019. Closing Benediction by Reverend Dr. Robert Potter, Senior Minister of the Peacham Congregational Church.

Under The Golden Dome 2019 Week 1

First week of the 2019 Vermont legislative session Jan. 9, 2019. State House Info – Cedar Creek Room ceiling renovations. Speaker of the Vermont House of Representatives Mitzi Johnson’s Legislative Session Introductory Address. Interview segments with Sen. Joe Benning, Rep. Tom Stevens, Rep. Chip Troiano, Rep. Ann Pugh.

CVRPC Jan. 8, 2019 meeting

The Jan. 8, 2019 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • State Economic Initiatives, Secretary Michael Shirling, Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development, State economic development and workforce initiatives • Meeting Minutes.

CVRPC Dec. 11, 2018 meeting

The Dec. 11, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Central Vermont Economic Development Corporation Report by Jamie Stewart • Central Vermont Brownfields Program report by Clare Rock • Transit for All report by Dan Currier • Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy  • Staff, Executive Director and Committee Reports.

Part 1 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2018

Part 1 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 28, 2018 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House. Welcome and opening remarks from Speaker of the House Mitzi Johnson.

Revenue and Budget

• Revenue Update – Tom Kavet, Legislative Economist
• FY2019 Budget Context – Stephen Klein, Chief Fiscal Officer, Joint Fiscal Office

Administration FY 2020 Budget Overview

• Administration Budget Process

        Susanne Young, Secretary, Agency of Administration

• FY2020 Budget Overview – Adam Greshin, Commissioner, Department of Finance & Management

Part 2 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2018

Part 2 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 28, 2018 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House.

Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder – View from the Field

• Mary Moulton, Executive Director, Washington County Mental Health Services
• Beth Tanzman, Director, Blueprint for Health

Afternoon welcoming remarks from Senate Majority Leader Becca Balint.

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Water Quality

• Michael O’Grady, Deputy Chief Counsel, Legislative Council

Part 3 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2018

Part 3 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 28, 2018 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House.

Vermont’s Bond Rating Downgrade

• Beth Pearce, Vermont State Treasurer

Act 46 Implementation

• Krista Huling, Chair, Vermont State Board of Education

Transportation Is Changing Make It Work For You!

We are conducting a survey and want to hear from you.

This video shows some ways the Central Vermont transportation system is used by people now plus ideas for the future.

Online survey available at:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TH9MQ7W

If you have any questions about the survey or the project, please contact Daniel Currier; 802-229-0389 or currier@cvregion.com at Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission.  Thank you for your participation.

CVRPC Nov. 13, 2018 meeting

The Nov. 13, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Central Vermont Public Safety Authority presentation by Francis (Paco) Aumand, Executive Director •  Project Tour: Town Web Maps presentation by Pam DeAndrea  • Staff, Executive Director and Committee Reports.

Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium Pt 1

The Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium was held at the Vermont State House on Wed., Oct. 24, 2018. Presented by the Friends of the Vermont State House and the Vermont Humanities Council.

Part 1: Welcome and Opening Remarks by: Tom Slayton, Friends of the Vermont State House; Christopher Ilstrup, Executive Director of the Vermont Humanities Council; and David Schütz, Vermont State Curator.

Keynote Address: “In an Era of ‘Fake News,’ Getting the Journalism Democracy Needs” by David T.Z. Mindich, Chair, Journalism Department, Temple University.

Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium Pt 2

The Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium was held at the Vermont State House on Wed., Oct. 24, 2018. Presented by the Friends of the Vermont State House and the Vermont Humanities Council.

Part 2: Panel Discussion: “Real News / Fake News, Threats to News Integrity and the Ethics of Journalism” Moderator: Jane Lindholm, VPR’s Vermont Edition, Host Panelists: Jon Margolis, Author and Newspaper Columnist; Jane Mayer, The New Yorker, Staff Writer; Paul Heintz, Seven Days, Staff Writer; Allen Gilbert, ACLU-VT, Former Exec. Director & Former Reporter; David Moats, Rutland Herald, Former Editorial Page Editor & Pulitzer Prize Winner.

Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium Pt 3

The Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium was held at the Vermont State House on Wed., Oct. 24, 2018. Presented by the Friends of the Vermont State House and the Vermont Humanities Council.

Part 3: Panel: “Old News / New News, Changing Forms and News Platforms Challenging the Veracity of Journalism”

Moderator: Stewart Ledbetter, NBC5 News, Political Reporter and Anchor

Panelists: Anne Galloway, VT Digger, Founder and Editor; Neal Goswami, WCAX, Capital Bureau Chief; Paula Routly, Seven Days, Co-Founder and Editor; Dave Gram, The Dave Gram Show, Host & Former Associated Press Reporter; Peter Hirschfeld, VPR, Capital Bureau Reporter.

Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium Pt 4

The Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium was held at the Vermont State House on Wed., Oct. 24, 2018. Presented by the Friends of the Vermont State House and the Vermont Humanities Council.

Part 4: Jane Mayer Interview / Question and Answer Session

Jane Mayer, Staff Writer for The New Yorker, interviewed by Stephen Terry, the Founding Editor of the Sunday Rutland Herald & Barre-Montpelier Times Argus with questions from the audience.

Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium Pt 5

The Journalism in Today’s Democracy Symposium was held at the Vermont State House on Wed., Oct. 24, 2018. Presented by the Friends of the Vermont State House and the Vermont Humanities Council.

Part 5: Panel: “Covering History Under the Dome, The State House as a Stage for Historic Events”

Moderator: Stephen Terry, the Founding Editor of the Sunday Rutland Herald & Barre-Montpelier Times Argus

Panelists: Chris Graff, Associated Press, Former Vermont Bureau Chief; Howard Coffin, Author & Former Reporter, Candace Page, Seven Days, Consulting Editor & Former UPI and Burlington Free Press Reporter.

VTs 22nd Annual Women’s Economic Opportunity Conference

Sen. Patrick Leahy presents Vermont’s 22nd Annual Women’s Economic Opportunity Conference with Keynote Address by Corinne Prevot, founder of Skida Headwear and Accessories. Held at Vermont Technical College in Randolph Center, Vermont on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. Introductory remarks by Diane Derby of U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy’s Office, Patricia Moulton, President of Vermont Technical College and U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy.

CVRPC Oct. 9, 2018 meeting

The Oct. 9, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Marshfield and Berlin Municipal Plan Approval and Confirmation of Planning Process • White River and Winooski River Tactical Basin Plans • Staff, Executive Director and Committee Reports.

Joint Meeting of the VAHC and VCEH Sept 18, 2018

The joint annual meeting of the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition and the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness with addresses by Vermont Senate President Pro Tempore, Tim Ashe; Speaker of the Vermont House of Representatives, Mitzi Johnson; and Democratic Candidate for Vermont Governor, Christine Hallquist. Also including presentations by Gus Seelig, Elizabeth Bridgewater, and Bethany Pombar. Held in Randolph, VT on September 18, 2018.

For more information about the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition please see www.vtaffordablehousing.org

For more information about the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness please see www.HelpingToHouseVT.org

CVRPC Sept. 11, 2018 meeting

The Sept. 11, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Resolution on Complying with Vermont Open Meeting Law • 2018 Orange Municipal Plan Approval and Confirmation of Planning Process • Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy • CVRPC FY19 Guiding Documents • Staff, Executive Director and Committee Reports

Cornelius “Con” Hogan, a veteran public policy maker who led the Vermont Agency of Human Services, Corrections Department and most recently served on the Green Mountain Care Board, died Sunday, August 26, 2018 at his home in Plainfield of cardiac arrest. He was 77.

The video from August 5, 2009 was his presentation at the Aldrich Public Library discussing "Met Along the Way: Short Stories about People in Vermont" and his other publications about Vermont figures and characters.

CVRPC July 10, 2018 meeting

The July 10, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Central VT Economic Development Corporation Report from Jamie Stewart • 2018 East Montpelier Municipal Plan Approval and Confirmation of Planning Process • 2018 VELCO Long Range Transmission Plan Report by Hantz Présumé • Committee Rules of Procedure • Bylaw Update Committee solicitation of volunteers.

CVRPC June 12, 2018 meeting

The June 12, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Renewable Energy Preferred Sites • 2016 Regional Plan Update • Commission Appointments • The Future of Act 250: Framing CVRPC Comments.

VermontInPerson.com Presents

Bridge To The Future Celebration

The Friends of The Bridge and Bridge Community Media present – “Bridge To The Future” a celebration fundraiser for The Bridge Community Newspaper. Held Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at the Vermont College of Fine Arts in Montpelier, VT.

The celebration honored Nat Frothingham, who is leaving The Bridge after 25 years, for his spirited leadership and his enduring legacy in keeping community journalism free, independent, and local.

Speakers at the celebration included: Barbara Floersch, Friends of The Bridge; Anne Watson, Mayor of Montpelier, VT; William Fraser, Montpelier City Manager; Warren Kitzmiller, Vermont State Representative; Tom Greene, President of the Vermont College of Fine Arts; Donny Osman, Bridge Community Media; Sarah Davin, The Bridge; Phil Dodd, Bridge Community Media; Mike Dunphy, Managing Editor of The Bridge; and Nat Frothingham, Publisher and Editor of The Bridge.

Donate online at: www.vtbridge.com

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 18

Eighteenth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session May 9, 2018. State House Info – Ethan Allen Statue. Interview segments with Rep. Gabrielle Lucke, Rep. Anne Donahue, Rep. David Deen, Rep. Robin Chestnut-Tangerman, Sen. Carolyn Branagan, Rep. Diane Lanpher, Rep. Curt McCormack.

CVRPC May 8, 2018 meeting

The May 8, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Annual Meeting with Election results for Executive committee • Winooski Tactical Basin Plan presentation by Karen Bates of the VT DEC • Regional Energy Plan and the 2016 Regional Plan.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 17

Seventeenth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session May 2, 2018. State House Info – Portrait of Former Governor Phil Hoff. Interview segments with Lt. Governor David Zuckerman, Rep. David Sharpe, Sen. Claire Ayer, Sen. David Soucy, Rep. Martin LaLonde, Rep. Kiah Morris.

2018 State of VT Audit Town Hall Meeting

The Office of the Vermont State Auditor of Accounts presents the 2018 State of Vermont Audit Town Hall meeting with an introduction presentation by the firm of CLA – Clifton Larson Allen LLP. Event held at the Pavilion Auditorium, Montpelier, VT on April 26, 2018.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 16

Sixteenth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session April 25, 2018. State House Info – Larkin Mead’s Lincoln Bust. Interview segments with Rep. Kurt Wright, Rep. Tom Stevens, Sen. Randy Brock, Rep. Mark Higley, Rep. Ann Pugh, Rep. Don Turner.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 15

Fifteenth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session April 18, 2018. State House Info – Theater Curtain Exhibit. Interview segments with Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. David Sharpe, Rep. Michael Mrowicki, Rep. Anne Donahue, Sen. Becca Balint, Rep. Brian Savage, Rep. Valerie Stuart.

Chris Kilian & the Vermont Brigade performing The Civil War Suite

The Friends of the Vermont State House present Chris Kilian & the Vermont Brigade performing The Civil War Suite.

Introduction by Alison Clarkson with John Bartholomew and emceed by David Schütz with six songs of The Civil War Suite performed by Chris Kilian & the Vermont Brigade. Presented at Farmers’ Night at the Vermont State House in Montpelier, VT on April 11, 2018.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 14

Fourteenth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session April 11, 2018. State House Info – Cedar Creek Room Skylights. Special extended version of “Under The Golden Dome” with interview segments and coverage of the new gun law signings with Rep. Topper McFaun, Sen. Alice Nitka, Gov. Phil Scott, Speaker Mitzi Johnson, Senate President Pro Tem Tim Ashe, Rep. Jay Hooper, Rep. Douglas Gage.

CVRPC April 10, 2018 meeting

The April 10, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Public Hearings on the Regional Energy Plan and the 2016 Regional Plan Amendment • Central Vermont Economic Development Corporation Report, Jamie Stewart • Regional Energy Plan revision • Montpelier City Municipal Plan Approval • CVRPC Committee descriptions • Nominating Committee Report • Executive Director’s Report, Bonnie Waninger.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 13

Thirteenth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session April 4, 2018. State House Info – Portrait of Vermont Governor James Hartness. Interview segments with Sen. Carolyn Branagan, Rep. Jim Harrison, Sen. Jeanette White, Sen. Christopher Bray, Rep. Jay Hooper.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 12

Twelfth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session March 28, 2018. State House Info – Statue on top of the State House – past, present and future. Interview segments with Rep. Bill Lippert, Rep. Tim Briglin, Rep. Vicki Strong, Sen. Phil Baruth, Rep. Cynthia Browning.

The Vermont Mountaineers 2018 Hot Stove Banquet

The Vermont Mountaineers 2018 Hot Stove Banquet featured addresses by Ken Squier, sportscaster and NASCAR Hall of Fame honoree, and by Giancarlo Esposito, film, TV and Broadway, actor, director and producer. Erin Cofiel served as master of ceremonies. Brian Gallagher, President of the Vermont Mountaineers and Richard Angney, Vice President of the Vermont Mountaineers presented the annual awards. Troy Scribner of the California Angels received the Robin Roberts Award. Steve Gilman and Val Lewis received the Eddie Walbridge Volunteer of the Year awards.

Event was held at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Montpelier, VT on Sat., March 24, 2018.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 11

Eleventh week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session March 21, 2018. State House Info – “Presidential Holiday: The Coolidge Summer Retreats 1924-1928” exhibit. Interview segments with Rep. Bob Helm with Evan Hughes of the VT Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Anne Donahue, Rep. Diana González, Sen. Alison Clarkson, Rep. Brian Keefe.

Region 1 Semi-Final of the 2018 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition

Region 1 Semi-Final of the 2018 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition. High School students across Vermont compete in a recitation of poetry contest, held at the Barre Opera House, Barre, VT on March 12, 2018.

Region 2 Semi-Final of the 2018 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition

Region 2 Semi-Final of the 2018 Vermont Poetry Out Loud Competition. High School students across Vermont compete in a recitation of poetry contest, held at the Barre Opera House, Barre, VT on March 12, 2018.

VermontInPerson.com Presents

Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast 2018

The Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast paying tribute to Ken Squier

Bill Moore, President of the CVCofC, made opening remarks with Joe Choquette, Chair of the Board of Directors of the CVCofC, acted as emcee of the event.  Speakers included Norm James, Brian Harwood, Jasper Goodman Tom Leavitt, Ashley-Jane Squier, and Winston Kelly, President of the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Ken Squier spoke and was also presented with an award for his outstanding and long service to the Central Vermont community.

Event held at the Capitol Plaza in Montpelier, VT on March 13, 2018.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 10

Tenth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session March 14, 2018. State House Info – “Linked In” Vermont Youth Art Exhibit. Interview segments with Rep. Kitty Toll, Rep. Scott Beck, Rep. Valerie Stuart, Rep. David Sharpe, Rep. Martin LaLonde, Sen. Claire Ayer.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 9

Ninth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session Feb. 28, 2018. State House Info – Portrait of Brigadier General Jedediah Hyde Baxter. Interview segments with Sen. David Soucy, Rep. Curt McCormack, Rep. Brian Cina, Sen. Alice Nitka, Rep. Kurt Wright.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 8

Eighth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session Feb. 21, 2018. State House Info – Portrait of Reverend George L. Fox painted by Claude Dern. Interview segments with Sen. Rich Westman with Vermont Student Assistance Corp. Vice President Marilyn Cargill, Rep. David Sharpe, Rep. Chip Troiano, Rep. Valerie Stuart.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 7

Seventh week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session Feb. 14, 2018. State House Info – State House Valentines Day Cards. Interview segments with Speaker Mitzi Johnson with Vermont Foodbank CEO, John Sayles, Rep. Michael Yantachka, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Vicki Strong, Rep. Jill Krowinski, Rep. Janssen Willhoit.

CVRPC Feb. 13, 2018 meeting

The Feb. 13, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Town of Waitsfield: Town Plan Approval and Confirmation of Planning Process • Achieving Clean water; Stormwater Permits, Padraic Monks, VT DEC Stormwater Program, Discussion of DEC’s stormwater permits and preview of the Operational General Permit. The “3-acre sites” permit may affect municipal facilities that have not been permitted previously • Regional Energy Plan • 2016 Regional Plan Update • Nominating Committee Appointment • Central Vermont Economic Development Corporation Report, Jamie Stewart • Executive Director’s Report, Bonnie Waninger.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 6

Sixth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session Feb. 7, 2018. State House Info – Art from Behind Bars: An exhibit of works by Vermonters in prison. Interview segments with Lt. Governor David Zuckerman, Rep. Anne Donahue, Rep. Michael Mrowicki, Sen. Joe Benning.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 5

Fifth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session Jan. 31, 2018. State House Info – State House Lawn and Skating Rink. Interview segments with Former Vermont Governor Jim Douglas, Rep. Diane Lanpher, Rep. Topper McFaun, Rep. Don Turner, Rep. Tom Stevens, Rep. Barbara Rachelson.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 4

Fourth week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session Jan. 24, 2018. State House Info – New to the State House Collection – Watercolor Paintings of Older Vermont Buildings by Montpelier Artist, Tom Leytham. Interview segments with Sen. Alice Nitka, Sen. Peg Flory, Sen. Carolyn Branagan, Rep. Kiah Morris, Rep. Anne Donahue, Rep. Robin Chestnut-Tangerman.

The Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce 2018 Annual Meeting and Address by President Richard Schneider of Norwich University.

Lindel James, Chair of the CVCofC and Joe Choquette, incoming Chair of the CVCoC, made opening remarks.  The business meeting recognized retiring directors and nomination and election of new officers and directors.

Remarks were made by Bill Moore, President of the CVCoC and introduction of Thomas Leavitt, President of the Northfield Savings Bank who introduced the Keynote Speaker, Richard Schneider, President of Norwich University.

Meeting held at the Capitol Plaza Hotel and Conference Center in Montpelier, VT on Jan. 17, 2018.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 3

Third week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session Jan. 16, 2018. State House Info – Civil War exhibit of Captain Ora Paul’s collection, courtesy of Howard Coffin. Interview segments with Sen. Ginny Lyons, Rep. Kurt Wright, Rep. Cynthia Browning, Rep. David Deen, Rep. Laura Sibilia, Rep. Brian Savage, Rep. Martin LaLonde, Rep. Jay Hooper.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 2

Second week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session Jan. 10, 2018. State House Info – Vermont Agricultural Hall of Fame Photography Exhibit. Interview segments with Rep. Jim Harrison, Rep. Bill Canfield, Sen. Alice Nitka, Rep. Scott Beck, Rep. Curt McCormack, Rep. Mark Higley, Sen. Randy Brock.

CVRPC Jan. 9, 2018 meeting

The Jan. 9, 2018 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Conservation Design, Monica Przyperhart, VT Fish & Wildlife  Regional Energy Plan, Eric Vorwold• 2016 Regional Plan Update • Executive Director’s Report, Bonnie Waninger.

Vermont Gov. Scott State of the State Address 2018

Vermont Governor Phil Scott State of the State Address delivered Jan. 4, 2018 at the State House in Montpelier. Governor Scott conveyed his priorities for Vermont in 2018. Introduced by Lt. Governor David Zuckerman to the joint session of Vermont Senators, Representatives and state dignitaries.

Under The Golden Dome 2018 Week 1

First week of the 2018 Vermont legislative session Jan. 3, 2018. State House Info – Cedar Creek Room as a formal reception room. Interview segments with Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman, Rep. Bob Helm, Rep. Jay Hooper, Rep. David Sharpe, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Ann Pugh, Rep. Vicki Strong, Speaker Mitzi Johnson.

Part 1 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2017

Part 1 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 30, 2017 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House. Welcome and opening remarks from Senate President Pro Tempore Tim Ashe and Speaker of the House Mitzi Johnson.

Revenue and Budget Presentation

Revenue Update – Tom Kavet, Legislative Economist

Part 2 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2017

Part 2 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 30, 2017 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House.

• Administration Budget Process

 Susanne Young, Secretary, Agency of Administration

• Review of FY2018 Budget Adjustment and the FY2019 budget gap & Medicaid issues –Adam Greshin, Commissioner, Department of Finance & Management and Matt Riven, Deputy Commissioner, Department of Finance & Management
• FY2019 Budget Context – Stephen Klein, Chief Fiscal Officer, Joint Fiscal Office

Part 3 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2017

Part 3 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 30, 2017 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House.

• Overview of 2017 Mental Health Legislation

Katie McLinn, Legislative Council

• Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Issues

Part 4 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2017

Part 4 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 30, 2017 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House.

• Federal Funding Update

Chris Saunders, Legislative Assistant, U.S. Senator Leahy’s Office

Kathryn Becker Van Haste, Health Policy Director, U.S. Senator Sanders’s Office

CVRPC Nov. 14, 2017 meeting

The Nov. 14, 2017 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Green Mountain Transit Next Generation Transit Plan • State Hazard Mitigation Plan • Best Practices for Local Energy Planning • CVRPC FY2018 work plan and Budget • Executive Director’s Report, Bonnie Waninger.

Enchanted Forest 2017 Montpelier, VT

The “Enchanted Forest” is Montpelier’s night time community celebration of Autumn. Located in historic Hubbard Park, hay wagon rides bring groups of people deep into the park where guides through candle-lit paths lead them to stages of dance, music, fire, and enchantment. It is also the one time of the year park goers get to see Hubbard Park’s 50-foot tower illuminated by fire! Event held at Montpelier, VT on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017.

CVRPC Oct. 10, 2017 meeting

The Oct. 10, 2017 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Central Vermont Economic Development Corporation Report, Jaime Stewart • Cabot Municipal Plan approval and confirmation of planning process • Winooski River Tactical Basin Plan, Pam DeAndrea, CVRPC Senior Planner.

VTs 21st Annual Women’s Economic Opportunity Conference

Sen. Patrick Leahy presents Vermont’s 21st Annual Women’s Economic Opportunity Conference with Keynote Address by Mary Alice McKenzie, former Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Burlington, VT . Held at Vermont Technical College in Randolph Center, Vermont on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017. Introductory remarks by Diane Derby of U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy’s Office, Patricia Moulton, President of Vermont Technical College and U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy.

CVRPC Sept. 12, 2017 meeting

The Sept. 12, 2017 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Executive Director’s Report, Bonnie Waninger • Northern Borders Regional Commission Expansion, Ted Brady, Deputy Secretary, VT Agency of Commerce and Community Development • Green Mountain Transit Appointment • ANR Model Flood Hazard and River Corridor Bylaw • Project Review Committee Rules • Regional Energy Plan.

2017 Northfield Labor Day Parade

The 2017 Northfield, VT Labor Day Parade held Monday, Sept. 4, 2017 with the theme of “Superheroes.”

Labor Day 2017 at the Barre, VT Old Labor Hall

The 2017 Labor Day Celebration at the Barre, VT Old Labor Hall featuring sing along with Si Kahn, songwriter, community organizer, and activist. Opening songs by “Anything Goes” duo of Mark Greenberg and Ben Koenig, Vermont musicians. Held at the Old Labor Hall on Monday, Sept. 4, 2017.

2017 Barre Heritage Parade

The July 29, 2017 Barre Heritage Festival And Homecoming Days Parade in Downtown Barre, Vermont.

Health Care News Conference July 17, 2017

Non-Partisan News Conference held on the topic of Health Care Reform and the present law under consideration at the Federal level in Washington, D. C. Speakers at this conference included: Vermont Governor Phil Scott; U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy; U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders; U.S. Representative Peter Welch; Vermont Speaker of the House of Representatives Mitzi Johnson; Vermont State Representative, House Minority Leader Don Turner; Vermont State Senator, Senate Minority Leader Dustin Degree; Vermont Senate President Pro Tempore Tim Ashe. After their remarks they answered questions from the press. Conference held at the Vermont State House, Montpelier, VT on Monday, July 17, 2017.

CVRPC July 11, 2017 meeting

The July 11, 2017 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Central VT Economic Development Corporation Report, Jamie Stewart • Legislative Report, Bonnie Waninger • Commissioner Training, Bonnie Waninger • 5-Year Strategic Goals • Municipal Consultations, Eric Vorwald.

Special Veto Session of the 2017 Vermont legislature June 21, 2017. State House Info – Cleaning of the State House Paintings. Segments with Sen. Dick McCormack, Sen. Alice Nitka, Rep. Cynthia Browning, Rep. Bob Helm.

CVRPC June 13, 2017 meeting

The June 13, 2017 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • CVRPC Executive Director's Report • Legislative Report, Bonnie Waninger • Nominating Committee Report • Election of Officers and Additional Members of the Executive committee • Commission appointments • Regional Energy Plan presentation by Eric Vorwald.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 19

Nineteenth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session May 17, 2017. State House Info – Tulip beds in front of the State House. Press segments with Governor Phil Scott, Paul Heintz, Speaker Mitzi Johnson and Senate President Pro Tempore Tim Ashe.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 18

Eighteenth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session May 10, 2017. State House Info – Portraits of the Grout Brothers – Gov. Josiah Grout & Congressman William W. Grout. Interview segments with Governor Phil Scott, Sen. Carolyn Branagan, Sen. Jeanette White, Rep. Topper McFaun, Sen. Peg Flory, Rep. Martin LaLonde, Rep. Kitty Toll, Sen. Jane Kitchel.

CVRPC May 9, 2017 meeting

The May 9, 2017 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Gaye Symington, President of High Meadows Fund, presentation: Thinking Regionally, and Assessing Whether It Works • Regional Approval of the Barre Town Plan • CVRPC Executive Director's Report • Legislative Report, Bonnie Waninger • Nominating Committee Report • Committee Appointments, Julie Potter, Vice Chair • Resolution Regarding Regular Meeting Dates.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 17

Seventeenth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session May 3, 2017. State House Info – State House cafeteria Exhibit “Finding Yourself in Vermont: The Intersection of Maps and Art.” Interview segments with Rep. Cynthia Browning, Rep. Linda Myers, Sen. Carolyn Branagan, Sen. Becca Balint, Sen. Dick McCormack, Sen. Rich Westman.

Sen. Bernie Sanders Address at the Barre, VT Old Labor Hall

Sen. Bernie Sanders Address at the Barre, VT Old Labor Hall with introduction by Vermont Lt. Governor David Zuckerman. The Barre Historical Society presents “From Debs to Sanders: Fighting for Change.” In the tradition of pioneering presidential candidate Eugene V. Debs, Vermont’s own presidential candidate, Sen. Bernie Sanders, gave a public address at the Socialist Labor Party Hall National Historic Landmark (Old Labor Hall) to celebrate Primo Maggio (May Day), the International Labor Day. The event was held in Barre, VT on April 28, 2017.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 16

Sixteenth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session April 26, 2017. State House Info – Speaker Portrait Hallway. Interview segments with Rep. Helen Head, Rep. Jim Harrison, Rep. Jay Hooper, Sen. Alice Nitka.

Inside Your Statehouse 2017 April 20, 2017

Vermont Speaker of the House of Representatives Mitzi Johnson discussion with Rep. Annmarie Christensen, of the House Health Care Committee; Rep. Kiah Morris, of the House Judiciary Committee; and Rep. Dylan Giambatista, of the House Education Committee. The discussion covered a wide range of topics from each of the Representatives’ committee works.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 15

Fifteenth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session April 19, 2017. State House Info – House Vestibule Rinehart Statues. Interview segments with Rep. Topper McFaun, Rep. Curt McCormack, Sen. Joe Benning, Sen. Philip Baruth, Rep. Jay Hooper, Rep. Mark Higley, Rep. Pat Brennan.

Storytelling - Vermont State House Stories and Beyond

The Friends of the Vermont State House present “Storytelling.” Stories inspired by happenings at the Vermont State House and beyond.

Introduction by Alison Clarkson and emceed by David Schütz with stories told by Willem Lange, Tom Slayton, Kiah Morris, Tom Harty, Heidi Tringe, Tom Stevens, and Howard Coffin. Presented at Farmers’ Night at the Vermont State House in Montpelier, VT on April 12, 2017.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 14

Fourteenth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session April 12, 2017. State House Info – House Vestibule Civil War Showcases. Interview segments with Rep. Bernie Juskiewicz with the UVM Men’s Championship Basketball team, Rep. Janssen Willhoit, Rep. Diane Lanpher, Rep. Ann Pugh, Rep. Robin Chestnut-Tangerman, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Valerie Stuart

CVRPC April 11, 2017 meeting

The April 11, 2017 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • CVRPC Executive Director's Report • Central Vermont Economic Development Report from Jamie Stewart, Executive Director • Legislative Report, Bonnie Waninger • Commission Bylaw Amendment • Committee Appointments, Julie Potter, Vice Chair • Transportation Advisory Committee Rules of Procedure • Economic Development Planning, Eric Vorwald, Senior Planner

Inside Your Statehouse 2017 April 6, 2017

Vermont Speaker of the House of Representatives Mitzi Johnson discussion with Rep. Kitty Toll, chair, and Rep. Peter Fagan, vice-chair, of the House Appropriations Committee, about this year’s budget process and the overwhelming support it received in the recent House vote.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 13

Thirteenth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session April 5, 2017. State House Info – Linda Mirabile Art Show “All Things Avian…”. Interview segments with Rep. Jim Masland, Rep. Cindy Weed, Rep. Bob Helm, Sen. Carolyn Branagan, Rep. Butch Shaw, Sen. Kevin Mullin, Rep. Michael Yantachka.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 12

Twelfth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session March 29, 2017. State House Info – Larkin Goldsmith Mead’s sculpture of Lincoln. Interview segments with Lt. Governor David Zuckerman, Sen. Alice Nitka, Rep. Mark Higley.

Inside Your Statehouse 2017 March 23, 2017

Vermont Speaker of the House of Representatives Mitzi Johnson discussion with three freshmen legislators; Rep. Lori Houghton, who serves on the House Health Care Committee, Rep. Mary Howard, who serves on the House General, Housing & Military Affairs Committee, and Rep. Matt Hill, who serves on the House Commerce & Economic Development Committee. Topics covered included, what it is like to be a newcomer to the Vermont State House and their work on their committees.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 11

Eleventh week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session March 22, 2017. State House Info – Cedar Creek Room Stained Glass Skylights. Interview segments with Rep. Topper McFaun, Sen. Claire Ayer, Rep. Betsy Dunn, Rep. Cynthia Browning, Rep. Helen Head.

Senator Bernie Sanders Town Hall March 17, 2017

Senator Bernie Sanders Town Hall at Vermont Tech in Randolph Center, VT on Friday, March 17, 2017.  Opening remarks presented by Patricia Moulton, Interim President of Vermont Tech and introduction of Senator Sanders by Deema Al Namee, Vermont Tech Student Council President. Senator Sanders gave his perspective on the current political landscape and took questions from audience members.

Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast

The Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast paying tribute to Sen. William “Bill” Doyle

Bill Moore, President of the CVCofC, made opening remarks and former Governor of Vermont, Jim Douglas, acted as emcee of the event.  Speakers included Senator Jeanette White, Vermont Historian Howard Coffin, and former Senator Vince Illuzzi. Bill Doyle spoke and was also presented with a plaque for his outstanding and long service to the Central Vermont community.

Event held at the Capitol Plaza in Montpelier, VT on March 17, 2017.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 10

Tenth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session March 16, 2017. State House Info – “The Power of Water, The Power of Words” art installation. Interview segments with Sen. Alice Nitka, Sen. Peg Flory, Rep. Coach Christie, Rep. Kurt Wright with Holly Morehouse Executive Director of Vermont Afterschool, Rep. David Sharpe, Rep. Bill Canfield, Rep. Jay Hooper.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 9

Ninth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session March 1, 2017. State House Info – Senate Chamber chandelier. Interview segments with Vermont Attorney General T.J. Donovan, Speaker of the House of Representatives Mitzi Johnson, Rep. Matt Hill, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Tristan Toleno, Rep. Martin LaLonde, Rep. Brian Savage.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 8

Eighth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session Feb. 22, 2017. State House Info – Portrait of Matthew Lyon, former VT State Representative and U.S. Congressman. Interview segments with Rep. Robin Chestnut-Tangerman, Rep. Paul Poirier, Rep. Robert LaClair, Rep. Don Turner, Rep. Laura Sibilia, Rep. Robert Frenier, Sen. Ann Cummings, Montpelier, VT Artist Regis Cummings, Sen. Ginny Lyons.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 7

Seventh week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session Feb. 15, 2017. State House Info – “I Am Vermont Too” Photo Exhibit. Interview segments with Rep. Brian Keefe, Rep. Diane Lanpher, Vergennes Restaurateur Matt Birong, UVM Senior Tristan Leidinger, Sen. Francis Brooks, Rep. Don Turner, Rep. Anne Donahue, Rep. Tom Stevens, VT Adjutant General Steve Cray.

CVRPC Feb. 14, 2017 meeting

The Feb. 14, 2017 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • CVRPC Executive Director's Report • Health Communities Initiatives, Dr. Harry Chen, Commissioner, Vermont Department of Health • Legislative Report, Bonnie Waninger • Commission Bylaw Amendment • Act 64 Clean Water Report, Bonnie Waninger

Inside Your Statehouse 2017 Feb. 9, 2017

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 6

Sixth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session Feb. 8, 2017. State House Info – Portrait and memorabilia of Lt. Gov. and Civil War Brig. Gen. Stephen Thomas. Interview segments with Sen. Jeanette White, Sen. Dick McCormack, Rep. Stephen Carr, Sen. Carolyn Branagan.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 5

Fifth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session Feb. 1, 2017. State House Info – Portrait of Gov. Jim Douglas with commentary by Former Gov. Jim Douglas. Interview segments with Vermont Secretary of State Jim Condos, Rep. Bob Helm, Sen. Kevin Mullin, Rep. Dylan Giambatista, Rep. Tom Stevens, Rep. Amy Sheldon, Rep. Michael Mrowicki, Rep. Bill Canfield.

Authors at the Aldrich 2010 Howard Frank Mosher

Howard Frank Mosher, novelist, discusses his book, "Walking to Gatlinburg" plus his other books. June 2, 2010.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 4

Fourth week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session Jan. 25, 2017. State House Info – Artworks of James Franklin Gilman. Interview segments with Vermont Lt. Governor David Zuckerman, Sen. Alice Nitka, Rep. Vicki Strong, Rep. Jill Krowinski

Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce 2017 Annual Meeting and Panel Discussion

The Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce 2017 Annual Meeting: “Your Governor, Your Business, Your Economic Future”.

Lindel James, Chair of the CVCofC and Bill Moore, President of the CVCofC, made opening remarks.  The business meeting recognized retiring directors and nomination and election of new officers and directors.

Keynote address by Phil Scott, Governor of Vermont.

Panel discussion participants included:

• Jamie Stewart, Executive Director of the Central Vermont Economic Development

   Corporation

• Bonnie Waninger, Executive Director of the Central Vermont Regional Planning

   Commission

• Bill Moore, President of the Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce

Meeting held at the Capitol Plaza in Montpelier, VT on Jan. 18, 2017.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 3

Third week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session Jan. 18, 2017. State House Info – Gov. Thomas Chittenden Lithograph. Interview segments with Vermont State Treasurer Beth Pearce, Rep. Anne Donahue, Rep. David Sharpe, Sen. Philip Baruth, Rep. Robin Chestnut-Tangerman, Rep. Ann Pugh, Sen. Rich Westman, Sen. John Rodgers, Rep. Jim Masland, Rep. Jay Hooper.

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 2

Second week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session Jan. 11, 2017. State House Info – Gov. Peter Shumlin’s Portrait. Interview segments with Sen. Carolyn Branagan, Rep. Jean O’Sullivan, Home Share Vermont Coordinator Janice Szabo, Rep. Cynthia Browning, Rep. Anne Donahue, Rep. Topper McFaun, Rep. Kimberly Jessup, Sen. Alison Clarkson, Rep. Curt McCormack, Sen. Alice Nitka

CVRPC Jan. 10, 2017 meeting

The Jan. 10, 2017 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • CVRPC Executive Director's Report • CVRPC Projects and Activities – Local Hazard Mitigation Plans, Laura Ranker – Engaging Stakeholders, Gail Aloisio – Field Services, Ashley Andrews

Vermont Governor Phil Scott Inaugural Address

Governor Phil Scott is sworn in by the Chief Justice of the VT Supreme Court, Paul Reiber. Scott delivers his inaugural address to a joint legislative assembly at the Vermont State House in Montpelier, VT on January 5, 2017. Closing Benediction by Reverend Dr. Robert Potter, Senior Minister of the Peacham Congregational Church.

Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin Farewell Address

Under The Golden Dome 2017 Week 1

First week of the 2017 Vermont legislative session Jan. 4, 2017. State House Info – Card Room. Speaker of the Vermont House of Representatives Mitzi Johnson sworn in by Secretary of State Jim Condos plus Speaker Johnson’s Legislative Session Introductory Address. Interview segments with Rep. Tommy Walz, Rep. Michael Yantachka, Rep. Kurt Wright, Gov. Peter Shumlin, Rep. Don Turner, Sen. Joe Benning, Sen. Dick McCormack, Speaker Mitzi Johnson

CVRPC Dec. 13, 2016 meeting

The Dec. 13, 2016 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • CVRPC Executive Director's Report • Act 250 Agricultural Lands Mitigation Project, presentation by Lauren Masseria of the VT Agency of Agriculture • Regional Energy Planning – Regional Energy Committee Rules of Procedure – Level I & II constraints for renewable energy potential maps • Resolution Regarding Regular Meeting Dates – Fulfilled requirement for CVRPC of the VT Open Meeting Law

Part 1 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2016

Part 1 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 30, 2016 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House. Welcome and opening remarks from Senate President Pro Tempore John Campbell and Speaker of the House Shap Smith.

Revenue and Budget Presentations

1. Revenue Update – Tom Kavet, Legislative Economist
2. Administration Budget Process and Review of FY2016 Budget Adjustment and the FY2017 budget gap & Medicaid issues – Trey Martin, Secretary, Agency of Administration and Andy Pallito, Commissioner, Department of Finance & Management
3. FY2018 Budget Context – Stephen Klein, Chief Fiscal Officer, Joint Fiscal Office

Part 2 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2016

Part 2 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 30, 2016 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House.

Health Care Updates – Federal Waivers

1. All Payer Model – Al Gobeille, Chair, Green Mountain Care Board
2. Global Commitment

Selina Hickman, Director of Health Care Operations, Compliance, & Improvements, Agency of Human Services, and

Sarah Clark, Chief Finance Officer, Agency of Human Services

Part 3 VT Legislative Briefing Session 2016

Part 3 of the Vermont Legislative Briefing Session Nov. 30, 2016 in the House Chamber of the Vermont State House.

Statewide Clean Water Update

Act 64 Clean Water Requirements and U.S. EPA – Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL) for Lake Champlain

Alyssa Schuren, Commissioner, Department of Environmental Conservation

Chris Cole, Secretary, Agency of Transportation

Chuck Ross, Secretary, Agency of Agriculture

Beth Pearce, Vermont State Treasurer

Andrew Stein, Research Economist, Department of Taxes

Treasurer’s Updates

            Beth Pearce, Vermont State Treasurer

CVRPC Nov. 8, 2016 meeting

The Nov. 8, 2016 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • CVRPC Executive Director's Report • CVEDC Executive Director's Report • Public Hearing – Lamoille Tactical Basin Plan • Regional Energy Planning • Energy Advisory Committee appointment of commissioners

CVRPC Oct. 11, 2016 meeting

The Oct. 11, 2016 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • CVRPC Executive Director's Report • Public Hearing – Transportation Alternatives Grant Application – The Worcester Woods stormwater mitigation project • VT Agency of Transportation, Michelle Boomhower presentation of ongoing/evolving Agency initiatives • Statewide Property Parcel Mapping Program, Leslie Pelch, VT Center for Geographic Information presentation • Brownfields Advisory Committee Rules of Procedure

Vermont Gubernatorial Candidate Forum on Women’s Issues Sept 22, 2016

The Vermont Commission on Women, the League of Women of Vermont, and the Vermont Federation of Business and Professional Women present a Vermont Gubernatorial Candidate Forum on Women’s Issues. Forum moderated by Anne Galloway of VTDigger.org. Candidates attending were: Bill Lee, Liberty Union Party; Sue Minter, Democratic Party; and Phil Scott, Republican Party. Forum held at the Vermont State House, Montpelier, VT on Thursday, September 22, 2016.

Addresses by Vermont Gubernatorial Candidates Sept 20, 2016

The joint meeting of the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition and the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness with addresses by Vermont gubernatorial candidates Sue Minter and Phil Scott. Held at the Old Labor Hall, Barre, VT on September 20, 2016.

For more information about the Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition please see www.vtaffordablehousing.org

For more information about the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness please see www.HelpingToHouseVT.org

CVRPC Sept. 13, 2016 meeting

The Sept. 13, 2016 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • VT Forest Health and Integrity presentation by Commissioner Michael Snyder, VT Dept. of Forests, Parks & Recreation • Friends of the Winooski River presentation by FOTWR Executive Director Ann Smith • CVRPC Executive Director's Report

2016 Northfield Labor Day Parade

The 2016 Northfield, VT Labor Day Parade held Monday, Sept. 5, 2016 with the theme of “Spirit of 1976”.

2016 Barre Heritage Parade

The July 30, 2016 Barre Heritage Festival And Homecoming Days Parade in Downtown Barre, Vermont.

CVRPC July 12, 2016 meeting

The July 12, 2016 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • 2016 Regional Plan adoption • Presentation by Kari Dolan, Program Manager, Vermont Clean Water Initiative Program about the Clean Water Fund • Executive Director's Report • Central VT Economic Development Corporation Report • Central VT Chamber of Commerce Report • FY2017 Workplan and Budget presentation by Bonnie Waninger, Executive Director of the CVRPC, about the FY2017 CVRPC activities

2016 Waterbury Not Quite Independence Day Parade

Waterbury Vermont’s Not Quite Independence Day Parade held Saturday, June 25, 2016 presented by the Waterbury Rotary Club.

Parade Emcee Eric Michaels describes the dozens of entries and parade floats showcasing their patriotic spirit and support for the local community. This year’s theme: “Kid’s Favorite Characters.” Parade Winners: Entrants were judged in three categories – Best Overall Use of Theme, Most Patriotic, and Most Entertaining Lawn Tractor.

CVRPC June 14, 2016 meeting

The June 14, 2016 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Williamstown Plan Approval • 2016 Regional Plan discussion • Executive Director's Report • Central VT Economic Development Corporation Report • Collaboration Proposal with Bright Blue EcoMedia.

VTs 20^th Annual Women’s Economic Opportunity Conference

Sen. Patrick Leahy presents Vermont’s 20^th Annual Women’s Economic Opportunity Conference with Keynote Address by Loretta Lynch, U.S. Attorney General. Held at Vermont Technical College in Randolph Center, Vermont on Saturday, June 4, 2016. Introductory remarks by Diane Derby of U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy’s Office, Dan Smith, President of Vermont Technical College and U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy.

2016 VT Business & Industry EXPO Opening Ceremony

The Vermont Chamber of Commerce presents the Vermont Business & Industry EXPO 2016. Opening ceremony and presentation of the Deane C. Davis Outstanding Vermont Business of the Year Award was held Thursday, May 26, 2016 at the Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center in Burlington, VT.

Imagination Station Autism Sensory Room

The Vermont Autism Puzzle Foundation presents the grand opening of the “Imagination Station” – Snoezelen Autism Sensory Room at the Washington County Mental Health’s Well Space located at 23 Summer Street, Barre, VT. Opening celebration held on Wednesday, May 18, 2016.

CVRPC May 10, 2016 meeting

The May 10, 2016 meeting of the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission included: • Calais Town Plan Approval  • Executive Director's Report • Central VT Economic Development Corporation Report • Announcement of Officers Election • Vermont Clean Water Act – Municipal implications of the Clean Water Act and CVRPC assistance

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